2007 Nissan Patrol vs. 1986 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Patrol | 1986 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Patrol | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
